Job Title: SEN Support Assistant
Location: Sunderland
Salary: £95 – £115 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long Term, Full-time / Part-time
Are you passionate about supporting students with special educational needs and helping them overcome barriers to learning?
GSL Education are currently seeking caring and enthusiastic SEN Support Assistants to work in schools across Sunderland.
This rewarding role involves supporting students with a range of special educational needs within the classroom and school environment. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide tailored support, helping students engage in learning, build confidence, and develop socially and emotionally.
Responsibilities of an SEN Support Assistant:
* Support students with special educational needs during lessons and school activities
* Provide one-to-one and small group support where required
* Assist students with classroom tasks, learning activities, and daily routines
* Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, and independence
* Support students’ emotional, social, and academic development
* Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff
* Help create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment
* Assist with implementing personalised support and behaviour plans
SEN Support Assistant Requirements:
* Experience working with children or young people with SEN is desirable
* Calm, patient, and supportive approach
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
* Genuine passion for supporting students with additional needs
* Relevant education, care, or support work experience is beneficial
* An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing a new application.
As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the “SEN Support Assistant” role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.